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"This was a nice hotel that was a cross between a Japanese-style ryokan and a western hotel. It had the best of both. Although we quite enjoyed our stay here, I don't think it was worth the high price.
The hotel was clean, well-maintained, and located within walking distance of everything importa..."

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"Rather than a hotel this is a very homely, traditional and private single floor house located a short train journey out of the centre of Kyoto. It was perfect for us, a family of 5 who enjoyed the walk to the station and were happy to commute into Kyoto for the benefit of this lovely space. The t..."

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Uji overview

Uji is a budget-friendly place distinct for its riverfront and known for its temples and monuments. You'll enjoy Uji's casinos and university spirit. Learn about local heritage at popular landmarks in the area like Kiyomizu Temple and Nijo Castle. Make some time to see popular sights such as Kyoto Imperial Palace and Todaiji Temple. If you're looking for a family-friendly getaway, Uji is for you.

Where to stay in Uji

Uji offers a wealth of accommodation options for business and leisure travelers alike. There are 795 hotels in the Uji area and you can shop as many as 149 deals for rooms on Hotels.com, some with discounts of up to 50%.

• 107 2-star hotels with an average price of $16 per night

• 471 3-star hotels with an average price of $41 per night

• 158 4-star hotels with an average price of $64 per night

• 15 5-star hotels with an average price of $131 per night

Here are the top hotels based on 105800 user reviews of Uji hotels:

• Kyoto Uji Hanayashiki Ukifune-en (Uji)

• Seizansou (Uji)

How to get to Uji

Fly in to Osaka (ITM-Itami), 22.9 mi (36.8 km) from downtown Uji. Kobe (UKB) is the next closest major airport, 38.2 mi (61.5 km) away. Rokujizo Station is the closest metro station.

Train stations include:

• Uji Mimurodo Station

• Uji Station

• Uji Obaku Station

What to see around Uji

If you're interested in monuments or temples, here are some top landmarks to visit:

• Mimurotoji Temple

• Ujigami Shrine

• Uji Shrine

• Uji Bridge

• Manpuku-ji

It's well known for its riverfront and these favorite places for nature lovers:

• Byodoin Temple

• Daiichigo Tomorogi Ryokuchi Park

For those looking for a souvenir or simply window-shopping, here are some favorite shopping areas to visit:

• Aeon Mall Kumiyama

• Aeon Mall Kusatsu

• Aeon Mall Kyoto

• Kuzuha Mall

• Aeon Mall

Take some time to explore campus or the area surrounding:

• Kyoto University

• Kyoto Institute of Technology

• Osaka University

Some top sights in the area include:

• Kiyomizu Temple

• Nijo Castle

• Kyoto Imperial Palace

• Todaiji Temple

• Fushimi Inari Shrine

When to visit Uji

Wondering what time of year to travel, or what clothes to pack? Here are seasonal norms to help you with your planning: